7th Annual Mangum Marathon & 1/2 Marathon
- Date Sat 16th January 2027
- Time 8:00AM EST
- Location Ellerbe, North Carolina
- Price $38.10 - $43.40
- Races 2 races
- Distances Marathon, Half Marathon
Event summary
Get ready to kick off the new year with an exhilarating challenge at the 7th Annual Mangum Marathon & Half Marathon on Saturday, January 16, 2027, in the charming town of Ellerbe, Richmond County, North Carolina! This event is a must for runners looking to test their limits on scenic country roads that promise both beauty and a thrilling experience. Choose between the full marathon, featuring a daunting 26.2-mile course that includes the infamous climb known as "Mangum's Heartbreak Hill," or tackle the half marathon, which spans 13.1 miles.
Participants can expect a chip-timed race with a supportive atmosphere, where all finishers will receive a commemorative medal and a chance to win custom engraved tumblers for the overall male and female winners. With a 7-hour time limit for the marathon and a 5-hour limit for the half marathon, the event caters to runners of all experience levels. So grab your gear, prepare for an unforgettable race day, and join fellow enthusiasts at the Dog Pen starting point, located at 869 Holly Grove Church Rd. in Ellerbe! Don't miss this chance to embrace the spirit of competition and camaraderie in one of North Carolina's most rewarding road races.
Participants can expect a chip-timed race with a supportive atmosphere, where all finishers will receive a commemorative medal and a chance to win custom engraved tumblers for the overall male and female winners. With a 7-hour time limit for the marathon and a 5-hour limit for the half marathon, the event caters to runners of all experience levels. So grab your gear, prepare for an unforgettable race day, and join fellow enthusiasts at the Dog Pen starting point, located at 869 Holly Grove Church Rd. in Ellerbe! Don't miss this chance to embrace the spirit of competition and camaraderie in one of North Carolina's most rewarding road races.
Organiser's Description
male sign 7th Annual Mangum Marathon & Half Marathon 2027
Kick off 2027 with one of North Carolinas most challenging and rewarding road races the 7th Annual Mangum Marathon & Half Marathon!
This is a true runners race: scenic, quiet country roads, rolling terrain, and a legendary hill that will test your grit.
stopwatch Time Limits
Marathon: 7-hour time limit
Half Marathon: 5-hour time limit
Both events are chip timed.
Awards & Finisher Swag
Finisher Medals for ALL who finish
Custom Engraved Tumblers for Overall Male & Female winners
Awards Categories
Overall Male & Female
Top 3 Male & Female in each age group:
019,2029,3039,4049,5059,60+
Course Description
The course starts at the Dog Pen out in the boondocks just outside Ellerbe, NC and delivers quiet roads, long stretches of solitude, and one unforgettable climb.
Marathon:
Run 2 miles -> turn right
Continue 11.1 miles to the turnaround
Reverse course back to the finish
Around mile 22, youll face the famous climb to Bethel Church
Boston has Heartbreak Hill Mangum has its own.
Half Marathon:
Turn around at approximately mile 6.55
Reverse course back to the Dog Pen finish
Start / Finish Location
Closest Address:
869 Holly Grove Church Rd.
Ellerbe, NC 28338
Located at the intersection of Carthage Creek Road and Holly Grove Church Road in Richmond County.
Google Map Pin:
Google Maps Pin Drop [https://maps.app.goo.gl/GvSYh3nzY1fafTvQ7]
Course Support (IMPORTANT)
This is a MINIMALLY SUPPORTED COURSE.
Please plan accordingly and bring everything you need to be successful.
We will supply the following:
1 bottled water stack on Mangum Heartbreak Hill
2 manned water stops at the following locations:
~6.5 mile mark and Half Marathon turnaround
warning Do not rely solely on aid stations. Carry hydration, nutrition, and gear appropriate for the distance.
Race Shirts
All participants will receive a special technical performance shirt.
Shirt style TBD ( 1/4 zip / full zip / performance option)
Shirt details will be announced in the coming weeks
Shirts and medals are NOT guaranteed for registrations after January 9
Late registrants may pick up shirts/medals after race day (1-week processing time)
Porta-Johns
NEW & IMPROVED!
2 porta-johns will be provided if registrations exceed 150
Otherwise, 1 porta-john at the start
Locations:
Start/Finish
Near the bridge (site of prior construction)
Yes we listened
Packet Pickup (VERY IMPORTANT)
You have TWO options:
Option 1: Pre-Race Packet Pickup
Uwharrie Brewing
121 N 3rd St, Albemarle, NC 28001
Friday: 6:00 PM 8:00 PM
Option 2: Race Day Packet Pickup
Mangum Start/Finish (Dog Pen)
Starting at 7:00 AM
NO packet pickup at Uwharrie Brewing on race morning
Race-day pickup is ONLY at the Mangum Start/Finish.
Kick off 2027 with one of North Carolinas most challenging and rewarding road races the 7th Annual Mangum Marathon & Half Marathon!
This is a true runners race: scenic, quiet country roads, rolling terrain, and a legendary hill that will test your grit.
stopwatch Time Limits
Marathon: 7-hour time limit
Half Marathon: 5-hour time limit
Both events are chip timed.
Awards & Finisher Swag
Finisher Medals for ALL who finish
Custom Engraved Tumblers for Overall Male & Female winners
Awards Categories
Overall Male & Female
Top 3 Male & Female in each age group:
019,2029,3039,4049,5059,60+
Course Description
The course starts at the Dog Pen out in the boondocks just outside Ellerbe, NC and delivers quiet roads, long stretches of solitude, and one unforgettable climb.
Marathon:
Run 2 miles -> turn right
Continue 11.1 miles to the turnaround
Reverse course back to the finish
Around mile 22, youll face the famous climb to Bethel Church
Boston has Heartbreak Hill Mangum has its own.
Half Marathon:
Turn around at approximately mile 6.55
Reverse course back to the Dog Pen finish
Start / Finish Location
Closest Address:
869 Holly Grove Church Rd.
Ellerbe, NC 28338
Located at the intersection of Carthage Creek Road and Holly Grove Church Road in Richmond County.
Google Map Pin:
Google Maps Pin Drop [https://maps.app.goo.gl/GvSYh3nzY1fafTvQ7]
Course Support (IMPORTANT)
This is a MINIMALLY SUPPORTED COURSE.
Please plan accordingly and bring everything you need to be successful.
We will supply the following:
1 bottled water stack on Mangum Heartbreak Hill
2 manned water stops at the following locations:
~6.5 mile mark and Half Marathon turnaround
warning Do not rely solely on aid stations. Carry hydration, nutrition, and gear appropriate for the distance.
Race Shirts
All participants will receive a special technical performance shirt.
Shirt style TBD ( 1/4 zip / full zip / performance option)
Shirt details will be announced in the coming weeks
Shirts and medals are NOT guaranteed for registrations after January 9
Late registrants may pick up shirts/medals after race day (1-week processing time)
Porta-Johns
NEW & IMPROVED!
2 porta-johns will be provided if registrations exceed 150
Otherwise, 1 porta-john at the start
Locations:
Start/Finish
Near the bridge (site of prior construction)
Yes we listened
Packet Pickup (VERY IMPORTANT)
You have TWO options:
Option 1: Pre-Race Packet Pickup
Uwharrie Brewing
121 N 3rd St, Albemarle, NC 28001
Friday: 6:00 PM 8:00 PM
Option 2: Race Day Packet Pickup
Mangum Start/Finish (Dog Pen)
Starting at 7:00 AM
NO packet pickup at Uwharrie Brewing on race morning
Race-day pickup is ONLY at the Mangum Start/Finish.
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Intersection of Carthage Creek Road and Holly Grove Church Road outside of Ellerbe, NC, Ellerbe, 28338, NC, United States
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